OPEN ISSUE: WG Chair Selection

[Brian E Carpenter]

Margaret Wasserman wrote:
> 
> Currently, the process document says:
> 
> >We may also want to reconsider the process that is used to select
> >WG chairs. In particular, ADs could be encouraged to announce WG
> >chair openings within their areas and/or to identify and develop
> >more potential leaders.  [OPEN ISSUE: Is there IETF consensus that
> >we have a problem in this area?]
> 
> I don't think that we should change our official procedures
> in this area.
> 
> I do think it would be good if ADs would communicate open WG
> chairs slots to the community and request input regarding
> potential candidates.
> 
> However, it is important for ADs and WG chairs to have a good
> relationship, and for the AD to have authority over the WG
> chair.  I believe that the current reporting relationship
> (AD chooses WG chair, chair serves at ADs pleasure) is
> appropriate.

Agreed

    Brian